Super hefty lock and chain is about as big and thick as they come. The looks and the feel of this combination should be enough to intimidate a potential thief. You’re looking at what has to be the ...

I’d like to think that the only thing I need to live a car-free life is my bike and my enthusiasm. But it’s the extra gear that helps me stay as two-wheeled as possible. In this regular column, I take ...

There’s no magic, more hardened steel means a more secure lock. The problem is that more steel also means a heavier, harder-to-use lock. The Hiplok Gold finds a way to balance the two opposite ...

HIPLOK MD1000 disc lock: enabling bikers to ride into 2026 with extra peace of mind - New angle-grinder-resistant device uses ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. If you’re anything like me, the security of your bike is at the ...

There were 64,500 reported bike thefts in the UK last year and, believe it or not, that was down more than 11 per cent on the previous year. Bikes are very tempting targets for thieves – and, ...

The DCL1/J3 is Squire’s portable chain lock. At 1.5kg it's fine to stuff this one into your backpack as well as use it at home, and it looks to the potential thief like it’s going to be a tough cookie ...

Since we began testing the best bike locks in 2007, we’ve reviewed more than 100. Our latest test included a selection of the best D-locks (also known as U-locks), foldable locks and chain locks for ...

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